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SPRING BANK HOLIDAY
MAY 24th, 25th, 26th, 2008 10.00am --- 5.00pm daily. Manor House Gardens & Marquee, West St, Alford, Lincs.
If you enjoy music, or watching musicians play or have ever wondered how musical instruments are made then this event is for you. Joining our regular group of exhibitors we have invited Lincolnshire makers of bespoke wooden stringed instruments known in their profession as “luthiers”. This most demanding craft illustrates the highest skill in producing instruments of visual beauty and sound quality perfection. The selected guitar-makers displaying work are Adrian Lucas, Ivor Pickard, Chris George, and John LeVoi; whilst on a different pitch Andrew Sutherland and Benjamin Ross will show violins and cellos. Alan J. Clay will display a selection of stringed instruments. Many of the luthiers carry out repairs or teach and will be pleased to discuss their trade with visitors. The event set in the tranquil gardens of the Manor House will host many Lincolnshire artists and craftspeople displaying their work including soaps, jewellery, ceramics, wood, textiles and confectionery. New artists and makers are constantly being sought and made welcome to
display their work and new ideas. The Alford Craft Market is a non-profit
making organisation, run by volunteers to promote and encourage traditional
and contemporary English crafts. The weekend event has a reputation for
the quality of craft displays and offers a safe family environment. Car
parking in Alford is plentiful, disabled access to the Manor House and
grounds are good; help and assistance at the event is available on request.
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Our
regular Tuesday and Friday summer markets in Alford begin on 11th July
2008. |
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Entrance to the Craft Markets
is free, however, at Bank Holidays, you are encouraged to make a donation
which will help to pay for the advertising and the entertainment which
is provided.
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Stalls include:
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